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My name is Jack Davies. I live in London, love running, and have been a professional cricketer for Middlesex since I was 18.

Cricket has been my passion since childhood, and becoming a professional cricketer was a dream come true. Alongside cricket, I’ve developed a real love for fitness and running. As I approach the end of my playing career at 26, I wanted to combine those passions and take on a challenge that would truly test me while raising money for two charities that mean a great deal to me.

So, I’m taking on 24 marathons in 24 days.

That’s 629 miles or 1,012KM in 24 consecutive days.

It will be one of the toughest physical challenges I’ve ever attempted, but I hope it reflects, in some small way, the resilience shown every day by the people and families supported by these charities.

Along the way, I’ll be joined by some special guests, and together we’re aiming to raise £24,000 for The Brompton Fountain and the Cricketers’ Trust.

Why 24 Marathons in 24 Days?

The number 24 has a very personal meaning behind this challenge.

Every year, around 5,000 babies are born with congenital heart disease (CHD) in the UK, and around a quarter will require surgery within their first year of life. That means roughly 24 babies every week undergo heart surgery before their first birthday.

That statistic really stayed with me.

Behind every number is a child and a family facing an incredibly difficult and uncertain journey. Running 24 marathons in 24 days felt like a meaningful way to put a physical challenge behind that number and help raise awareness of the support these families need.

The Brompton Fountain

I first heard about The Brompton Fountain through former Middlesex teammate Mark Stoneman. The more I’ve learned about the charity, the more impressed I’ve become by the impact it has on children and families.

The Brompton Fountain supports children receiving heart, lung and critical care at Royal Brompton Hospital, Harefield Hospital and Evelina London Children’s Hospital, as well as the families around them.

The charity funds vital medical equipment and provides support that goes beyond clinical care, including family accommodation, play and wellbeing resources, and emotional support during some of the most difficult moments families can face.

For many families, this means navigating a diagnosis they never expected, major heart surgery, or time spent in intensive care. The Brompton Fountain helps ensure they do not face those challenges alone.

Importantly, this support relies on fundraising and donations rather than NHS funding, allowing the charity to provide an extra layer of care that makes a huge difference to families when they need it most.

The Cricketers’ Trust

The second charity I’m supporting is the Cricketers’ Trust, a cause that feels particularly personal given everything cricket has given me.

The Trust supports current and former professional cricketers and their families, helping people through serious injury, illness, financial hardship, mental health challenges and personal crises.

Professional cricket can be an incredible career, but it also comes with uncertainty. Careers can be short, physically demanding, and often involve significant time away from family. The average professional cricket career ends at around 28 years old, leaving many players facing major life transitions.

When unexpected challenges arise, the Cricketers’ Trust is there to provide practical and financial support to those who need it.

Having spent my adult life in professional cricket, supporting the Trust is my way of giving back to a sport that has given me so much.

Two Charities. One Challenge.

While The Brompton Fountain and the Cricketers’ Trust support very different communities, they share something important.

Both are there for people when life suddenly becomes difficult.

Whether that’s a family supporting a child through major heart surgery or a cricketer dealing with injury, illness or personal hardship, both charities provide support when it matters most.

That’s what this challenge is all about.

24 marathons. 24 days. 629 miles. Two charities.

If you’re able to donate, however much, I’d be incredibly grateful. Every contribution will help The Brompton Fountain continue supporting children and families facing serious health challenges, while helping the Cricketers’ Trust continue supporting the people who have dedicated their lives to professional cricket.

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Thank you for your kindness and support.

Jack